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Course Code: 
NHS 353
Course Period: 
Spring
Course Type: 
Free Elective
Theoric: 
3
Practice: 
0
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
5
Course Language: 
English
Course Coordinator: 
Hediye Arslan Özkan
Course Objectives: 
The aim of the course is for students to understand the reproductive and sexual health problems of the society in which they live, to develop sensitivity and to gain knowledge and understanding of solutions.
Course Content: 

The course includes understanding the concept of reproductive health in line with current developments, examining the issues of sexuality, sexual identity, sexual rights, evaluating approaches to sexual problems in all life stages, analyzing sexual dysfunctions and its social importance, understanding the principles of a multidisciplinary approach to sexuality and reproductive health counseling.

Course Methodology: 
1. Lecture 2. Question-answer 13. Case study /reports 24. Video demonstration 31. Film/documentary screening 13. Case study /reports 24. Video demonstration 31. Film/documentary screening 13. Case study /reports 24. Video demo
Course Evaluation Methods: 
1. Midterm evaluation 21. Group work evaluation 16. Video screening 13. Presentation evaluation

Vertical Tabs

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Outcomes

Teaching Methods

Evaluation Methods

Understands reproductive health concepts

1,2,3,5,10

2,4,10,13,21,24,25,26

1,2

Discusses sexual health issues according to life periods

1,2,3,6,7

2,10,13,21,24,25,26

1,2

Knows safe sexual life, sexual functions and disorders

1,2,3,5

2,10,13,21,24,25,26

1,2

Gains views on sexual health counseling and multidisciplinary approach

1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10

2,4,10,13,21,24,25,26

1,2
 

Course Flow

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENT

Week

Topics

Study Materials

1

Introduction to the course syllabus presentation

Basic concepts: Reproductive health, disease, sexuality, sexual tendencies

Related literature

2

Basic concepts: Reproductive health, disease, sexuality, sexual tendencies

Related literature

3

Physiology and neuro-endocrinology of sexuality

Related literature

4

Female and male sexuality in life periods

Related literature

5

Sexual dysfunctions and psycho-sexual problems

Related literature

6

Sexual dysfunctions and psycho-sexual problems

Related literature

7

Sexual identity and orientations, problems experienced in special groups

Related literature

8

How sexual health should be evaluated, anamnesis from couples and sexual health screenings

Related literature

9

Midterm Exam

Evaluation of midterm exam 

 

10

Reproductive and sexual rights

Related literature

11

Sexual education - counseling, models used

Related literature

12

Sexual education - counseling, models used

Related literature

13

Case Discussions and Sexual Health Education Presentation

Related literature

14

Case Discussions and Sexual Health Education Presentation

Related literature

15

Final Exam 

Course Evaluation

 
 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook
  1. Family Planning, A Global Handbook for Providers, WHO, 2022. 
  2. Yeşilçiçek Çalık K, Coşar Çetin F (Ed.) Normal Doğum ve Sonrası, Ankara nobel Tıp Kitabevi,2021
  3. Textbook of Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction Diagnosis and Treatment, 2018. 
  4. AWHONN yayınları 
  5. CETAD Yayınları
  6. Kadın Sağlığı Hemşireliği Dergisi-KASHED
  7. Türkiye Klinikleri -Kadın Sağlığı Hemşireliği Dergisi
  8. ACOG Guidelines 
  9. RCOG Guidelines 
  10. WHO Guidelines

Additional Resources

DATABASE - CLINICAL KEY STUDENT FOUNDATION

DATABASE - NURSING REFERENCE CENTER

DATABASE - ELSEVIER CLINICAL SKILLS

DATABASE - VISIBLE BODY - ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 3D

Ryerson University Virtual Game Simulations
 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING 

Documents

Yeditepe University YULearn

Assignments

Preparing a sexual health education program

Exams

Midterm exam, Final exam
 

Assessment

EVALUATION SYSTEM

IN-TERM STUDIES

Number

PERCENTAGE

Midterm exam

1

40

Final exam

1

60

Total

2

100

CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE

 

60

CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE

 

40

Total

 

100
 

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES

No

Program Learning Outcomes

Contribution

1

2

3

4

5

1

Gains theoretical and practical basic knowledge, skills and attitudes in nursing. 

 

 

 

 

X

2

It meets the health care needs of the individual, family and society with an evidence-based and holistic approach, in line with the nursing process.

 

 

 

 

X

3

Takes an active role in the health care delivery team.

 

 

 

 

X

4

Performs professional practices in line with nursing values, ethical principles and relevant legislation.

 

 

 

X

 

5

Follows scientific developments in the field by using at least one foreign language effectively.

 

 

 

X

 

6

Gain the ability to communicate effectively, write reports and make presentations.

 

 

 

 

X

7

Gains the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.

 

 

 

X

 

8

Knows the research and publication process for the production of scientific knowledge specific to nursing and takes part in research.

 

 

 

X

 

9

Uses critical thinking and clinical decision making skills in professional practice.

 

 

 

X

 

10

Develops awareness of sensitivity to social and professional problems.

 

 

 

 

X
 

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION

Activities

Quantity

Duration
(Hour)

Total
Workload
(Hour)

Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x Total course hours)

15

3

45

Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)

15

5

75

Midterm exam

1

2

2

Final exam

1

2

2

Total Work Load

 

 

124

Total Work Load / 25 (h)

 

 

4.96

ECTS Credit of the Course

 

 

5
 
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